PARMESAN-CRUSTED LEMON CHICKEN

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Categories     Chicken     Citrus     Parmesan     Lemon     Pan-Fry     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Pound each chicken piece to thickness of 1/2 inch between sheets of waxed paper. Place chicken in baking dish. Pour 4 tablespoons lemon juice over chicken and turn to coat. Let stand 10 minutes. Beat eggs with remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice in medium bowl. Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan and lemon peel in shallow dish. Dip 1 chicken breast into egg mixture. Dip into breadcrumbs to coat; gently shake off excess. Season with salt and pepper. Repeat with remaining chicken, egg mixture and breadcrumbs.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/3 of chicken to skillet and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to platter and keep warm. Repeat with remaining chicken in 2 more batches, adding 1 tablespoon butter with each batch. Garnish platter with lemon wedges and serve.

Zaheem Karim
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.


Agnes Akinnagbe
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I would definitely make this recipe again. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon-Parmesan crust was crispy and delicious.


Izel Calvillo
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The lemon-Parmesan crust was especially flavorful.


James M. Carter
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the lemon-Parmesan crust was delicious.


Spiro Spiro
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This recipe was a bit too lemony for my taste, but my husband loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the crust was crispy.


Karol Silva
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the lemon-Parmesan crust is so flavorful. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal or for entertaining.


RANRA GUL
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon-Parmesan crust was crispy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Leah Adongo
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is juicy and tender, and the lemon-Parmesan crust is crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Shaheeryar Khan
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the lemon-Parmesan crust was so flavorful. My husband and I both loved it.


Sniped_Xeno
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon-Parmesan crust was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.